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Reporting to the Vice President of Merchandising and Supply Chain, the successful candidate will be accountable for the development and execution of the sleep categories. This position will have direct “ownership” of the specified categories with responsibility for the Assortment development, sourcing, negotiations, merchandising, marketing, and financial performance.
Responsibilities
The development and execution of a robust assortment plan and strategy on an ongoing basis to achieve financial targets
Developed negotiating skills appropriate for engagement with vendors at all levels of management to achieve best in class terms and market positioning.
Ongoing market intelligence and category review. This position is responsible to analyze and understand the competitive retail market relative to the product portfolio, understand North American market trends, identify new business opportunities, and to ensure a competitive product assortment.
Supply Chain and Inventory accountability, working with the Inventory Control function. This includes the responsibility, for promotional in stock positions, product demand forecasting, product transitions and maintenance of clearance inventory.
Development, implementation and maintenance of retail store inventory and display plan.
Creation and Implementation of Marketing material and offers for the Portfolio. This includes all product content and pricing and significant collaboration with the Marketing department for all marketing events and media including Digital.
Store Merchandising review – inspect what is expected with signage, display, price tags, stack outs, product etc.
Financial accountability including the analysis, comprehension and reporting of Sales data profitability and inventory performance for the Product portfolio.
Development and implementation of Product Knowledge training information nationally.
Qualifications
Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Highly knowledgeable in the Canadian industry and retail markets
Highly developed time management and organizational skills
Ability to travel as required
High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education an asset
Education & Experience Required
Must be articulate, assertive and possess solid communication skills (verbal and written)
Minimum 5 years retail industry experience required, ideally being able to understand and build product from scratch to suit The Brick, inventory management understanding. Previous product Merchandising experience an asset.
Well connected within the industry
Must be able to build working relationships with vendors and colleagues
Ability to initiate, develop and deliver plans and programs successfully
Confident and robust negotiation skills
Developed analytical abilities, specifically in regards to financial and sales analysis
Computer competence in spreadsheet and word programs
Developed knowledge and competence in retail systems
Why The Brick?
A flexible and comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental and Paramedical Services for you and your family
Competitive remuneration package that will commensurate with experience
Career progression potential with plenty of access to ongoing personal and professional development
Employee discounts
A dynamic environment to showcase your leadership talents.
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The Brick is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the process, please let the hiring manager know or reach out to hrhires@thebrick.com
